Heartworms

What Are Heartworms?

Heartworms are parasitic worms that live in the heart, lungs, and blood vessels of pets, causing serious damage over time. Transmitted by infected mosquitoes, heartworms can grow up to a foot long and cause life-threatening conditions if left untreated.

Symptoms of Heartworm Disease

Early signs: 

• Coughing

• Fatigue

• Weight loss

• Decreased appetite

  
  

Advanced signs:

• Heart failure

• Severe weight loss

• Fluid buildup in the abdomen

Prevention is Key

The best way to protect your pet is through monthly heartworm prevention medications, which stop the larvae from developing into harmful adult worms. Prevention is affordable and easy to administer.

Treatment Options

Treatment for heartworms can be risky and expensive, involving injections and months of restricted activity. Prevention is key to avoiding this painful process.